Business Resource Center

Successful Entrepreneurs Share 4 Tips for Scaling Your Business

What does it take to scale a business? Square’s head of sales, Ashley Grech, and Forbes senior editor, Maneet Ahuja, talked to four founders who are finding new ways to innovate, grow, and showcase their business resilience. 

How to Create a Marketing Strategy for Your Business

Once you’ve got a business up and running, it’s time to start thinking about your marketing plan. Here’s what you need to know to create a marketing strategy for your business.

The Importance of Starting an Online Store

Customers have embraced online shopping, and starting an online store is increasingly important for a business’s success. If you’re looking to capitalize on this trend here’s everything to know.

How The Kebab Shop's Digital-Forward Vision is Leading to Incredible Growth

The Kebab Shop not only weathered the pandemic, but is growing, thanks to the digital-forward vision of its founders. Here, co-owner Wally Sadat shares what his team did and continues to do to future-proof their business.

How Harlem Biscuit Company is Honing Their Operations, One Biscuit at a Time

After chef “Boots” Johnson found himself unemployed, he started selling chicken and biscuits from his garage. He and his business partner share how they turned that pivot into a thriving business, and how they are leaning on tech as they grow.

How Maison Danel Is Harnessing the 'Collective Spirit' To Thrive

Danel and David de Betelu opened their San Francisco tea salon Maison Danel just before the pandemic. They share the lessons they are taking into the future, and how they learned to connect with the community in a whole new way.

How MudFire Is Increasing Access in the Ceramics Community

Deanna Ranlett will never let MudFire’s community ethos disappear. Learn how setting up an online store and embracing tools like appointment scheduling software has given Ranlett the space to focus on her mission.

How Civil Alchemy Created a Family of Brands with Something for Everyone

Civil Alchemy doesn’t exactly fit the typical description of a retail store. They’ve reclaimed the idea of what a retailer can be — from what they sell to how they sell it — and their refusal to do what others do is creating incredible opportunities ahead.

How The T-Shirt Lady & Son is Building a Legacy for Their Family

The T-Shirt Lady, a mother and son printing agency, offers customized promotional products with print methods ranging from screen printing to embroidery. The business counts Hertz, Disney, Ikea, Target, and Netflix amongst its high-profile customers.

What is Drop Shipping? A Guide to Order Fulfillment

Drop shipping is a popular inventory method online businesses are implementing. Learn about how drop shipping works and decide if it’s right for your business.

How Online Sales and Delivery Helped Papa Noel Have Their Best Season Yet

With the holiday season now behind us, we caught up with Beau to talk about running a seasonal business when business is not as usual. He also lets us in on his modern to age-old tradition that helped Papa Noel have their best year yet.

How to Make the Most of Word-of-Mouth Marketing

Tips and tricks to get the most buzz around your business with word-of-mouth marketing.

The Benefits of SEO for Small Businesses

SEO is the key to making your business visible and searchable for your target audience. Here’s what you need to know about investing in an SEO strategy, and 6 benefits for small businesses that make it worth the effort.

How This NY Bottle Shop Grew Its Loyalty Program

To create an enjoyable customer experience that builds customer connections and a sense of community, Craft + Carry uses tools like Loyalty, Marketing , and Square Gift Cards.

6 Tips To Grow Your Business In 2021

Here are six growth tips from social media expert, Luke Lintz, to up your social media and sales game in 2021.

Talking Squarely About Trying Something New

As the world changes around us, businesses of all sizes are reimagining what and how they sell to customers. From the “new normal” to the “next normal,” business owners are rethinking their pre-existing models of success and seeking out new opportunities.

10 Ways to Change Your Business Model

Having a business model is an important part of building a successful company. Here are 10 different types of business models that may be worth exploring as you adapt to new realities.

10 Ways to Increase Food Orders Through Your Online Channels

The food service industry is faced with increasing pressure to adapt and offer more online channels for ordering food. Here’s a look at how you can attract more attention to your restaurant website and increase your online orders.